Corporate Controller | Horseshoe Bay Resort
Strategic Financial Leadership in the Hill Country
The lake life is calling! Horseshoe Bay Resort is seeking a sophisticated and technically proficient Corporate Controller to lead financial operations for our expansive real estate and resort destination portfolio. Spanning 17,000 acres, our property is a complex ecosystem of luxury hospitality, elite golf, and large-scale real estate development.
In this pivotal role, you will oversee all accounting functions, consolidated financial reporting, and internal controls for a diverse range of entities. We are looking for a leader who can navigate the nuances of REIT structures, joint ventures, and hospitality-specific accounting while fostering a culture of professional excellence.
Your Impact: Financial Oversight & Strategy
As the Corporate Controller, you serve as the guardian of the resort's financial integrity, managing the intersection of hospitality operations and real estate investment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Consolidated Financial Management: Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements in strict accordance with GAAP across multiple real estate and hospitality entities.
- Accounting Operations: Direct all aspects of the general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets. Establish rigorous accounting policies and provide mentorship to the accounting team.
- Strategic Budgeting & Forecasting: Partner with department heads and property managers to develop annual budgets. Identify financial risks and opportunities through detailed variance analysis.
- Compliance & Risk Management: Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors and tax advisors. Ensure total compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, including hospitality-specific tax regulations.
- Capital Initiatives: Support financial due diligence for acquisitions and development projects. Provide data-driven analysis for capital investments and financing arrangements.
- Systems Leadership: Contribute to ERP system implementations and drive the automation of finance processes to improve organizational efficiency.
What You Bring to the Team
- Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance with 10+ years of progressive experience. At least 5 years must be in a leadership role. A CPA certification is highly preferred.
- Industry Expertise: Essential background in both real estate development/investment and hospitality/hotel operations. Familiarity with REIT structures and joint venture accounting is a significant advantage.
- Technical Mastery: Deep knowledge of GAAP and multi-entity consolidations. Proficiency with ERP and Property Management Systems (e.g., M3, ProfitSword, or Birchstreet).
- Communication: Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to convey complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.
- Physical & Mental Dexterity: Ability to maintain focus during extended periods of sedentary work, finger dexterity for constant data management, and the ability to navigate a professional office environment.
Perks of the Paradise Life
At Horseshoe Bay, we empower our executive leaders with a world-class rewards package.
The "Resort Life" Bonuses:
- Live Where You Work: Subsidized associate housing and shuttle service available.
- Play Where You Work: Limited access to world-class golf and resort amenities (based on occupancy).
- Financial Security: Competitive executive pay, weekly meal subsidies, and retail/dining discounts.
- Travel Benefits: Deeply discounted rates at over 100 Crescent Hotels & Resorts properties nationwide.
- Growth: Career advancement through our specialized Manager in Training (MIT) program.
Full-Time Insurance & Security:
- Comprehensive Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
- Financial Future: 401k plan with employer match.
- Total Protection: Short and long-term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident insurance.
- Peace of Mind: Access to the Associate Relief Fund.
Ready to lead the legacy?
If you are a high-level financial professional ready to manage a complex and prestigious portfolio, apply today to join the administrative leadership team at Horseshoe Bay Resort!